Larissa Banitt

Portland

I'm a freelance writer, independent journalist, editor, and nurse. I’m open for hire to write your health, medical, food, and literature content and copy.

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What Is Bursitis?

Dec 1, 2023 | newsbreak.com | Larissa Banitt

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What Is Bursitis?

Dec 1, 2023 | yahoo.com | Larissa Banitt

Medically reviewed by Stella Bard, MDBursitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the bursa, which are fluid-filled sacs located between bones and nearby soft tissue, bones and tendons, and muscles. Bursa can be found all over your body. Bursitis can occur in any bursa but is most common in the shoulders, hips, elbows, and knees. They are intended to reduce tension and friction in these areas, keeping them protected from wear and tear.
While Muscular Dystrophy Is Genetic, It Can Also Spontaneously Occur: What To Know

Oct 16, 2023 | health.com | Larissa Banitt |Nicholas R. Metrus

Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a genetic disorder that causes muscle weakness that gets worse over time.
Everything To Know About Insulin Before Using It

Sep 29, 2023 | yahoo.com | Larissa Banitt

visualspace / Getty ImagesMedically reviewed by Sameena Zahoor, MDInsulin is a hormone that your pancreas produces to help control the amount of glucose (sugar) you have in your bloodstream. Some conditions like diabetes and insulin resistance can make it difficult for your body to make enough insulin. As a result, you may need to take an insulin shot to get the right amount of hormone that your body needs to function.
Insulin Is a Common Treatment for Diabetes—Here’s How To Use It

Sep 29, 2023 | health.com | Larissa Banitt |Sameena Zahoor

Insulin is a hormone that your pancreas produces to help control the amount of glucose (sugar) you have in your bloodstream. Some conditions like diabetes and insulin resistance can make it difficult for your body to make enough insulin. As a result, you may need to take an insulin shot to get the right amount of hormone that your body needs to function.
What Are Bed Sores (Pressure Ulcers)?

Sep 28, 2023 | yahoo.com | Larissa Banitt

shapecharge / Getty ImagesMedically reviewed by Soma Mandal, MDBed sores are wounds that affect areas of skin and underlying soft tissue that have had pressure put on them for long periods of time. Bed sores might also be referred to as pressure sores, pressure ulcers, pressure injuries, or decubitus ulcers. The sores typically form on bony parts of the body, such as the elbows, knees, heels, and tailbone.
You Can Develop a Bed Sore in as Little as 2 Hours—Here’s What To Be on the Lookout For

Sep 27, 2023 | health.com | Larissa Banitt |Soma Mandal

Bed sores are wounds that affect areas of skin and underlying soft tissue that have had pressure put on them for long periods of time. Bed sores might also be referred to as pressure sores, pressure ulcers, pressure injuries, or decubitus ulcers. The sores typically form on bony parts of the body, such as the elbows, knees, heels, and tailbone.
Sagamore Spirit Orange Crush Rye Whiskey Cocktail

Sep 1, 2023 | msn.com | Larissa Banitt

Editor's Note: This ready to drink cocktail was provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. This in no way, per our editorial policies, influenced the final outcome of this review. Baltimore-based Sagamore Spirit partnered recently with cocktail mixer company CAnE Collective to create the Orange Crush Rye Whiskey Cocktail.
Tips for Taking Care of Your Feet When You Have Diabetes

Aug 28, 2023 | yahoo.com | Larissa Banitt

Medically reviewed by Danielle McNeil, D.P.MDiabetes mellitus is a common disease that affects your body's ability to regulate blood sugar. Roughly 11.3% of Americans have some form of diabetes. Diabetes causes your body to not make enough insulin, a hormone important for regulating your blood sugar. Insulin helps sugar move from your blood into muscles and other parts of the body where it can be used.
Tips for Taking Care of Your Feet With Diabetes

Aug 28, 2023 | health.com | Larissa Banitt |Danielle McNeil

Diabetes mellitus is a common disease that affects your body's ability to regulate blood sugar. Roughly 11.3% of Americans have some form of diabetes.1 Diabetes causes your body to not make enough insulin, a hormone important for regulating your blood sugar. Insulin helps sugar move from your blood into muscles and other parts of the body where it can be used.